Pso2 on PS4

[BluexRose]

is anyone else having trouble getting past the very first few quests leading to the forest exploration quest on ps4?

[Anduril]

I'm assuming that you are talking about the unlock quest for it. You need to do a Training Quest and then Talk to Koffie to clear it. Check here for where to find the Training Quest, and to Talk to Koffie you must select her second option, 話をする.